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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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Mar 5

STEM in Motion - March 2026

STEM in Motion is a quarterly Alliance gathering, serving as a space where people across the region and beyond come together to connect, collaborate, and drive progress in STEM education. Attendees can connect with other STEM champions, learn about exciting programs and innovations, collaborate by sharing insights, and contribute to making STEM education more accessible and equitable for all youth. Everyone is welcome including educators, administrators, students, parents, community members, and advocates.
Location TBD
Free
3/5/26
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Mar 6

ELA Extravaganza

The ELA Extravaganza is a reimagined version of Villa's Spelling Bee, celebrating literacy for 6th and 7th grade girls. Led by Villa's English faculty and students, participants engage in hands-on ELA sessions highlighting collaboration, creativity, and the joy of language. Event runs from 8:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with parent ceremony at 11:00 a.m. Schools can send up to 5 students (all female). Requires both school registration and individual student participation agreements.
Villa Joseph Marie High School
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3/6/26
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Mar 9

Roundtable: AI as a Partner: Collaboration in Education & Innovation

Roundtable session focusing on AI as a collaborative partner in education and innovation.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 603
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Roundtable: AI as a Partner: Collaboration in Education & Innovation

Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 603
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Roundtable: AI as a Partner: Collaboration in Education & Innovation

Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 603
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Roundtable: AI as a Partner: Collaboration in Education & Innovation

An extension of our popular Mentor Sessions, our Roundtable Sessions allow attendees to learn from experts and leaders from across the education landscape. Attendees will learn from the mentors that sit at each of the three tables in this session, but will also learn from the questions and experiences of their peers. This Roundtable will offer diverse perspectives and thoughtful discussion on utilizing AI as a partner in education and innovation. Spots are limited and will be on a first come, first served basis.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 603
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Roundtable: AI as a Partner: Collaboration in Education & Innovation

Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 603
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 11

Mentor: George Hademenos

Talk To Me About: Advice and strategies to address instructionally-related questions or issues experienced in the STEM classroom; Activities and materials on the implementation of project-based learning aligned with curricular standards; Resources and an interactive library of tools and web-based applications of the 4 Cs (critical thinking and problem solving, creativity and innovation, collaboration, and communication) of the 21st Century Learning Skills; Share experiences with global education, offering teachers an opportunity to extend learning beyond the four walls of a classroom to the four corners of the globe
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 602
Free
3/11/26
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Mar 11

Mentor Session: Christine Veras

Talk to Me About: Creative Research Through Making, Animation & Storytelling, Art x Science x Technology Collaboration, Professional Pathways for Creative Work
Hilton Austin Downtown - Room 410
Free
3/11/26
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Mar 11

Mentor Session: Mike Mitchell

A mentor session focusing on translating ideas into fundable projects, including strategy, positioning, and right-sizing for different sponsors. Topics include navigating universities and institutions, building collaborations and research ecosystems across disciplines, and telling compelling stories about research work to unlock support, funding, and momentum.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 602
Free
3/11/26
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Mar 12

Designing the Partnership Ecosystem: Five Systems Missions

What if partnerships worked like ecosystems--adaptive, intentional, and built to lift entire systems? In this immersive workshop, participants become boundary-spanning "agents," completing five design missions: The Connector, The Broker, The Buffer, The Coordinator, and The Innovator. Each mission unlocks a new way to build systems that connect education, industry, and community around shared purpose. Blending research, design thinking, and play, this session turns collaboration into strategy. Attendees leave with a blueprint for designing ecosystems that sustain innovation and measurable impact.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/12/26
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Mar 13

CANdemonium

CANdemonium is a design and building competition benefiting Missoula Food Bank & Community Center. Local businesses, organizations and students are paired with architects and engineers to design and build giant structures made entirely from full cans of food. This year's theme is prehistoric/dinosaur themed - teams will create structures that look like they thundered straight out of prehistory. All food used in construction goes directly to the food bank to help serve the community. Teams build their canned structures along the walkways of Southgate Mall. Open to local businesses, organizations, school groups, fitness clubs, congregations, or anyone who'd like to support the food bank.
Southgate Mall
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3/13/26
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Mar 14

Curiosity Club: Minecraft Master w LEGO for 3rd-5th Graders

Curiosity Club offers longer sessions and a wider grade range than our other programs, making it a perfect fit for curious kids ready for a bigger adventure. Led by Museum educators, each class blends engaging activities, authentic Museum experiences, and plenty of opportunities for collaboration and problem-solving. Bring your favorite Minecraft adventures to life with LEGO®!
Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU)
Free
3/14/26
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Mar 14

{Coffee + Code} Networking & Collaboration

Join us every 2nd Saturday at 10 AM at Groundswell Cafe for coffee, conversation, and the chance to work on your own projects or find somebody to collaborate with. Our unstructured format means you can come and go as you please, with no deadlines or expectations. Perfect for connecting with others in tech, no matter your experience level. RSVP encouraged.
Groundswell Cafe
Free
3/14/26
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Mar 16

March 16-20: Carve it, Weave it, Play it!

This week is all about hands-on making and big-time teamwork! Campers will learn the art of whittling with safe tools, weave and knot colorful creations like friendship bracelets, and dive into large-scale games that challenge them to work together, move fast, and think creatively. Whether we're crafting or strategizing with our friends, this week is full of skill-building, collaboration, and classic camp fun. In addition to the theme-related activities, every week of camp may include some classic Schoolhouse activities such as: morning and closing circle, water time, deep woods and field games, whittling, storytelling, and looking for critters. Camp runs 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily. Ages 5-12. We try to spend as much time outdoors as possible, even on chilly days! Please send your camper dressed for the weather.
Wake: Loblolly
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3/16/26
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Mar 17

Zoom Team Chat User Training

Discover how Zoom Team Chat can enhance collaboration and communication for your team. This session will cover essential features, settings, and best practices. Topics include understanding the value of team chat, exploring new features including AI Companion, configuring settings, and applying best practices for team communication. Designed for users of all experience levels with no prior experience required.
Virtual Event
Free
3/17/26
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Mar 24

2026 Shape of the Region Conference: Innovation and Leadership for Northern Virginia

Join the Conversation shaping growth, resilience, and opportunity. The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia presents the 2026 Shape of the Region Conference, where business leaders, innovators, and changemakers come together to explore bold ideas and practical solutions that will define our region's future. This year's conference centers on the interconnected systems that define community well-being--from health, housing, and transportation to education, arts, philanthropy, and economic opportunity--and how collaboration across sectors can strengthen resilience and drive shared progress. Agenda: 7:30 am: Breakfast & Registration, 8:30 - 11:30 am: Conference Program. Features Lightning Talks with cross-sector perspectives and shared takeaway sessions.
Valo Park Auditorium
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3/24/26
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Mar 26

Networking for Science - March

Join fellow TOSAs, teacher leaders, and department chairs for a bi-monthly virtual session to connect, share insights, and collaborate on timely topics in science education.
Virtual
Free
3/26/26
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Mar 31

Beat the Buzzer! A Sports-Themed Escape Room In-Person

Work collaboratively to decode a sequence of sports-themed puzzles and achieve victory before the buzzer sounds! This program is recommended for ages 7 and up. Two games will run concurrently, and participants may be grouped together with a maximum of 10 players per game. Please note: Space is limited, and pre-registration is required for each participant attending this program.
Alvin Sherman Library: First Floor, Program Room 1017
Free
3/31/26
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Apr 7

AI Hot Topics Monthly Networking Series - College of Design

The AI Hot Topics monthly networking series is a dynamic forum designed to foster dialogue and collaboration around the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence field. Whether you're a seasoned AI practitioner, a curious scholar, or simply interested in the transformative potential of AI, this series offers a unique opportunity to connect with leading experts and contribute to meaningful discussions. College of Design will host the topic for April 2025.
Partners I - NC State University, Raleigh Founded (Suite 1650)
Free Event
4/7/26
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Apr 14

Zoom Team Chat User Training

Discover how Zoom Team Chat can enhance collaboration and communication for your team. This session will cover essential features, settings, and best practices. Topics include understanding the value of team chat, exploring new features including AI Companion, configuring settings, and applying best practices for team communication. Designed for users of all experience levels with no prior experience required.
Virtual Event
Free
4/14/26
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May 13

Dinos & Dice | 05/12 One-Shot

An exclusive, after-hours tabletop RPG event held at NHMU in collaboration with The Legendarium. Participate in a single one-shot session with local Game Masters in a world of prehistoric monsters and magical mysteries. Rewards include after-hours access to the Past Worlds gallery, dinosaur-themed dice, and an exclusive 'die'-nosaur dice holder. Adults only event. Previous D&D experience not required but valued.
Natural History Museum of Utah - Past Worlds Exhibition
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5/13/26
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May 26

Woodland Tinkering - Timbernook of Northeast Oklahoma

This 4-day, 100% outdoor summer camp is an immersive, hands-on adventure designed for children who learn best by doing, building, and exploring. Campers will spend their days deep in the Timbernook woods creating junkyard forts, racing tires across natural terrain, experimenting with catapults, and working together in small clans to solve problems and bring big ideas to life. Each day encourages creativity, communication, and collaboration as children use real materials, real tools, and their imaginations to build and invent at their own pace. Age range: 4-12 years. No adult participation required. Duration: May 26-29, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM daily.
Timbernook of Northeast Oklahoma
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5/26/26
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May 27

Networking for Science - May

Join fellow TOSAs, teacher leaders, and department chairs for a bi-monthly virtual session to connect, share insights, and collaborate on timely topics in science education.
Virtual
Free
5/27/26
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Jun 7

Science Series: Growing Hope for Native Orchids

Protecting North America's native orchids requires careful science, collaboration, and time. Join Longwood Research Specialist Kevin Allen for a detailed look at how Longwood supports a national effort to conserve these remarkable plants and work towards the goal of restoring them in the wild. Highlighting a few native orchid species we're currently working with, learn how researchers determine the best ways to grow native orchids, uncover the partnerships they depend on, and explore how we use seeds and living collections to conserve these plants. Discover how collaborative, science-driven work helps safeguard native orchids and the landscapes we care about--today and for generations to come.
Conservatory Ballroom
Free
6/7/26
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